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Mallards Weekly Update: January 9, 2017

January 9, 2017 - ECHL (ECHL)
Quad City Mallards News Release


MALLARDS WEEKLY UPDATE: JANUARY 9, 2017

THIS WEEK

Wednesday, January 11, 6:35 p.m.

U.S. Bank Arena

Quad City Mallards vs. Cincinnati Cyclones

Friday, January 13, 7:05 p.m.

iWireless Center

Indy Fuel vs. Quad City Mallards

Saturday, January 14, 7:05 p.m.

iWireless Center

Fort Wayne Komets vs. Quad City Mallards

Quad City

18-13-2, 38 points

4th place, Central Division

Coach: Terry Ruskowski

Cincinnati

16-13-4, 36 points

5th place, South Division

Coach: Matt MacDonald

Indy

9-22-3, 21 points

7th place, Central Division

Coach: Bernie John

Fort Wayne

20-9-4, 44 points

3rd place, Central Division

Coach: Gary Graham

LAST WEEK

Wednesday, January 4

Fort Wayne 6 Quad City 2

Friday, January 6

Cincinnati 4 Quad City 0

Saturday, January 7

Fort Wayne 5 Quad City 1

QUACK TRACKS

Streak

The Mallards have lost four straight games. That skid is the Mallards' longest regulation losing streak since they dropped four in a row between January 17 and January 29, 2016. The Mallards last endured more than four consecutive regulation losses when they were defeated in five straight International Hockey League games between January 16 and January 24, 2010.

Last Week

The Mallards suffered three four-goal losses last week. The Mallards matched their largest margin of defeat this season in each of those three games after losing by four goals twice in their prior 30 games. Four of the Mallards' five four-goal defeats have come at the hands of Fort Wayne.

Red Light District

The Mallards have been outscored 15-5 over the course of their four-game losing streak. The Mallards are now tied for sixth in the ECHL in goals against per game (2.9). They have scored just once in their last two games and are now tied for twenty-first in the ECHL in goal scoring (2.9 per game).

On the Road

The Mallards have lost back-to-back road games. The Mallards do boast a better record on the road (11-7-0) than at home (7-6-2).

Home Sweet Home

The Mallards kick off a four-game homestand Friday night against Indy. The Mallards have lost back-to-back home games.

First

The Mallards have given up the first goal in 11 of their last 13 games.

Third

The Mallards have been outscored 8-0 in the third period over their last three games. They matched a single period season high when they gave up four goals in the third period last Saturday in Fort Wayne.

You Again

The Mallards played two of their three games last week against Fort Wayne. They will make in three meetings with the Komets out of six overall games when Fort Wayne visits the iWireless Center Saturday night.

Undermanned

Due to injuries and call-ups, the Mallards dressed just 17 players- instead of the standard 18- for last Saturday's game in Fort Wayne. The Mallards found themselves short after injury last week sidelined top goal scorer Michael Parks and captain Chris Francis while defenseman Jake Baker (Manitoba) and all-star goaltender C.J. Motte (Charlotte) were called up to the American Hockey League.

Blanked

Last Friday's whitewashing at the hands of Cincinnati was the Mallards' second shutout loss of the season. They were first blanked on December 3 when they fell to the Walleye 3-0 in Toledo.

Six

The Mallards last Wednesday night against Fort Wayne matched a team season high for most goals allowed that was first set on October 14 in a season-opening 6-2 loss to the Komets.

Brady's Bunch

Brady Brassart has recorded five points (two goals and three assists) in his last five games.

On the Plus Side

Kevin Gibson is tied for eighth in the ECHL in plus/minus rating (+16).

Debut

Ned Lukacevic made his Mallard debut last Saturday against Fort Wayne after signing with the team December 28.

Between the Pipes

Adam Vay has started three straight games in goal. Tanner Milliron made his ECHL debut when he entered last Wednesday's game against Fort Wayne at the start of the third period. Motte, who last Tuesday signed a professional tryout agreement with the AHL's Charlotte Checkers just before being named an ECHL All-Star, still ranks second in the ECHL in goals against average (2.25) and save percentage (.931) and is tied for ninth in wins (11).

Milestones

Mike Wilson has 198 career regular season assists...Sam Warning has played 98 career games.

Power Play

The Mallards have failed to convert their last 14 power plays, have enjoyed success just once in their last twenty-three advantages and have scored on just two of their last 31 power plays. The Mallards rank nineteenth in the ECHL on the power play (13.8 percent).

Penalty Killing

The Mallards have allowed four goals on their opponents' last 11 power plays. The Mallards are tied for thirteenth in the ECHL in penalty killing (83.6 percent).

Head-to-Head

The Mallards have dropped six of their first seven meetings with the Komets this season. The Mallards have gone 0-3-0 at home against Fort Wayne. The two clubs will meet a total of 12 times. All-time, the Mallards have gone 51-55-11 against Fort Wayne... The Mallards this season have gone 3-2-1 against the Cyclones and have gone 3-1-0 in four games at U.S. Bank Arena. All time, the Mallards have gone 8-9-2 overall against Cincinnati and 5-3-0 on the road against the Cyclones.

Ins and Outs

Forward Michael Parks missed last Saturday's game (upper body injury)...Defenseman Jake Baker was recalled by Manitoba (AHL) last Saturday...Forward Chris Francis has missed the Mallards' last two games (upper body injury)...Goaltender Tanner Milliron signed a standard player contract with the Mallards last Wednesday... Goaltender C.J. Motte signed a professional tryout agreement with Charlotte (AHL) last Tuesday...Jake Reed was signed and released as an emergency backup goaltender Tuesday...Defenseman Mike Wilson has missed the Mallards' last 11 games (upper body injury).

UPCOMING HOME GAMES

Friday, January 13, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Indy Fuel

Alumni Weekend

As part of the Mallards' twentieth season celebrations, Mallards alumni will return to the iWireless Center Friday and Saturday night and will be introduced to fans before Friday night's game.

Howard Cornfield Tribute

Former Mallards team president Howard Cornfield is among those returning for alumni weekend and will be honored before Friday night's game.

Alumni Autograph Signing

Mallards Alumni will meet fans, sign autographs and be available for photographs during Friday night's game.

Alumni Meet-and-Greet

The Mallards will team with Harris Pizza to welcome both Mallards alums and fans to a special postgame event at the iWireless Center. Entry to the postgame event is $10 and fans are encouraged to book their spots in advance by calling the Mallards at 309-277-1364 as space is limited. While supplies last, tickets to the postgame event can also be purchased at the fan accommodation table on the iWireless Center concourse during the Mallards' game Friday night.

Twentieth Season Patch Giveaway

The first 1,000 fans through the doors for Friday night's game will receive commemorative Mallards twentieth season patches.

$2 Dogs/$2 Beers presented by 97X

Fans can enjoy $2 hot dogs and beers from iWireless Center concession stands during every Friday home game.

MetroLINK College Night

The Mallards have partnered with Metro to provide transit service between Augustana College and downtown Moline during all Friday home games. As part of Metro's unlimited ride program, Augustana riders can use their Augustana ID as their fare.

Saturday, January 14, 7:05 p.m.- Mallards vs. Fort Wayne Komets

Alumni Game: 4:30 p.m.

Mallards legends will return to the iWireless Center ice Saturday for an alumni game. Tickets for the Mallards-Komets game Saturday night are also good for the alumni game.

Genesis Jersey Auction

The 2017 Mallards will wear special edition twentieth season mash-up jerseys when they face the Komets Saturday night and those jerseys will go up for bid in a live auction immediately after that game to benefit the Genesis Health Services Foundation. The burgundy mash-up sweaters will feature the team's original 1995 color scheme and jersey pattern combined with the current Mallard logo.

Genesis Appreciation Night

In honor of the Mallards' longstanding partnership with Genesis Health System, the club has teamed with Genesis to open the entire iWireless Center upper bowl next for both the alumni game and the current Mallards' meeting with Fort Wayne.

ON THE AIR

Fox Sports Radio 1230 is the radio home of Mallards Hockey Presented by Genesis Power Sports Performance. Mallards games broadcast on AM 1230 also stream live online at www.wfxn.net . A limited number of Mallards games- including Wednesday night's game at Cincinnati and Saturday night's game against Fort Wayne- will not air on Fox Sports Radio 1230 due to conflicts with University of Illinois basketball and football and Green Bay Packer football. ECHL-TV pay-per-view video webcasts and free audio webcasts of all Mallards games are also available at myqcmallards.net .

MOBILE

The Mallards' official mobile app is now available free for both Apple and Android. The app features a wide array of exclusive content, including behind the scenes video, breaking news and scoring alerts, interviews and video messages from coach Terry Ruskowski and Mallards players, instant access to live scores, stats and standings and special offers from the team and from Mallards partners.

TICKETS

Single Game Tickets

Single game tickets for all Mallards regular season contests are now available. Fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 or info@myqcmallards.net for more information about tickets. Single game tickets are also available at the iWireless Center box office, at Ticketmaster outlets, through www.ticketmaster.com or through Ticketmaster charge-by-phone toll free. The box office is open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and on game days from 10:00 a.m. until the start of the second period.

Group Tickets

Groups of ten or more receive savings off the walk-up price and a host of group benefits. Mallards group tickets are a great fit for youth organizations, friends, co-workers, family groups, religious groups, school functions and business events. For more group ticket information, fans can contact the Mallards at (309) 277-1364 or info@myqcmallards.net .



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